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Elliott Wells, Soccer Beat Reporter

Elliott Wells is the women’s soccer beat reporter for the College Heights Herald. He previously covered the men’s basketball team.

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Crews pack up their belongings outside Ford Center at The Star after the C-USA Basketball tournament was cancelled on March 12, 2020 in Frisco, Tx.

WKU AD Todd Stewart gives update on spring sports

Elliott Wells
March 12, 2020
WKU coach Rick Stansbury glares at the referee after a called travel was called on WKU. Louisville defeated the Hilltoppers 71-54 in Bridgestone Arena on Sunday, Nov. 17 2019, in Nashville.

Hilltoppers defeat FIU 91-85 for 20th win, secure No. 2 seed in C-USA Tournament bracket

Elliott Wells
March 8, 2020
WKU forward Carson Williams (22) watches in fear as Charlotte forward Amidou Bamba (15) makes a basket at the Charlotte v WKU basketball game on Feb 22, 2020 in Diddle Arena. The Hilltoppers were defeated 72-20.

Carson Williams named to C-USA All-Academic Team

Elliott Wells
March 6, 2020
Hollingsworth, Taveion (headshot)

Taveion Hollingsworth named USBWA National Player of the Week after C-USA Co-Player of the Week nod

Elliott Wells
March 3, 2020
WKU junior guard Taveion Hollingsworth (11) looks on after the basketball game against Louisiana Tech on senior night at E.A. Diddle Arena on February 27, 2019.

‘Winning and losing is a fine line’: WKU basketball still in solid position as C-USA Tournament approaches

Elliott Wells
March 3, 2020
Hollingsworth, Taveion (headshot)

Taveion Hollingsworth earns C-USA Co-Player of the Week award after record week

Elliott Wells
March 2, 2020
DENTON, TX - MARCH 1: North Texas Mean Green Men's Basketball v Western Kentucky University at Super Pit - North Texas Coliseum on March 1, 2020 in Denton, Texas.

Hilltoppers fall in overtime at North Texas, Mean Green claim C-USA regular-season title

Elliott Wells
March 1, 2020
Taveion Hollingsworth (11) celebrates after leading WKU back from a 17-point deficit with less than 6 minutes on the clock to force Louisiana Tech into overtime. WKU defeated LA Tech 95-91 in OT on Feb. 27, 2019. Hollingsworth led the team in scoring with his new career-high of 43 points.

Taveion Hollingsworth’s career-high 43 points sends WKU past Louisiana Tech in overtime classic

Elliott Wells
February 28, 2020
WKU guard Taveion Hollingsworth (11) tries to move inside at the Charlotte v WKU basketball game on Feb 22, 2020 in Diddle Arena. The Hilltoppers were defeated 72-20.

Hilltoppers drop 1st game of C-USA Bonus Play against clutch-shooting Charlotte

Elliott Wells
February 23, 2020
WKU forward Carson Williams (22) defends against La. Tech forward Mubarak Muhammed (23) during the basketball game between La. Tech and WKU on Feb 6, 2020. WKU won 65-54.

Carson Williams named to CoSIDA Academic All-District Team

Elliott Wells
February 20, 2020
WKU’s Jared Savage (2) goes for a lay-up during the men’s basketball game against Southern Miss on Feb. 8, 2020 in Diddle Arena. WKU won 75-72.

‘Outside Dogs’: No. 2 seed WKU embraces gritty mentality as C-USA Bonus Play begins

Elliott Wells
February 18, 2020
Redshirt senior wing Jared Savage (2) dribbles inside during the WKU Hilltoppers' 91-84 win over the Marshall Thundering Herd on Saturday, Jan. 25 in Diddle Arena.

Jared Savage notches 4th C-USA Player of the Week award for Hilltoppers, WKU ties league record

Elliott Wells
February 17, 2020
WKU guard Jared Savage (2) leaps to intercept a pass during the basketball game between La. Tech and WKU on February 6, 2020 in Diddle Arena. WKU won 65-54.

WKU holds off UTSA in overtime affair, claims final game before C-USA Bonus Play

Elliott Wells
February 15, 2020
WKU guard Jared Savage (2) celebrates a change of possession during the basketball game between La. Tech and WKU on February 6, 2020 in Diddle Arena. WKU won 65-54.

WKU grabs 4th road win of 2019-20 season at UTEP

Elliott Wells
February 14, 2020
WKU guard Camron Justice (5) goes up for a layup over Arkansas guard Isaiah Joe (1). The Hilltoppers defeated the Razorbacks 86 - 79 in Diddle Arena on Saturday, December 7, 2019.

Poetic Justice: Hilltoppers aided by injured veteran Camron Justice’s return to lineup

Elliott Wells
February 11, 2020
Graduate guard Camron Justice (5) drives inside on Marshall redshirt freshman guard Andrew Taylor (0) during the WKU Hilltoppers' 91-84 win over the Marshall Thundering Herd on Saturday, Jan. 25 in Diddle Arena.

Camron Justice’s 3-pointer helps WKU outlast Southern Miss in come-from-behind win

Elliott Wells
February 9, 2020
WKU guard Jordan Rawls (3) takes the ball inside during the basketball game between La. Tech and WKU on Feb 6, 2020 in Diddle Arena. WKU won 65-54.

Hilltoppers snap 2-game losing skid with 11-point home win against streaking Louisiana Tech

Elliott Wells
February 7, 2020
Jordan Rawls (3) is helped up during the game against Old Dominion in Diddle Arena on Thursday January 16, 2020. WKU won 71-69.

‘What more could you ask from them?’: Camron Justice’s injury strains WKU starting lineup

Elliott Wells
February 4, 2020
WKU Women's Soccer Coach Jason Neidell.

‘This is home for me now’: Jason Neidell crafts legacy as architect of WKU women’s soccer program

Elliott Wells
February 4, 2020
Sophomore guard Taveion Hollingsworth hits the deck during WKU's loss to Florida International Thursday in Diddle Arena. Hollingsworth had 14 points in the loss. 

WKU drops 2nd straight C-USA road game at FIU

Elliott Wells
February 1, 2020
Junior guard Josh Anderson (4) brings the ball up the floor during the WKU Hilltoppers' 80-63 win over the Charlotte 49ers on Saturday, Jan. 18, 2020 in Diddle Arena.

Hilltoppers blow 12-point lead at FAU, slide down C-USA leaderboard

Elliott Wells
January 31, 2020
Junior guard Josh Anderson (4) readies for a free throw attempt during the WKU Hilltoppers' 91-84 win over the Marshall Thundering Herd on Saturday, Jan. 25 in Diddle Arena.

Living at the Line: Hilltoppers find salvation at the free-throw line

Elliott Wells
January 28, 2020
Redshirt junior forward Carson Williams (22) attempts to post up on Marshall redshirt sophomore forward Iran Bennett during the WKU Hilltoppers' 91-84 win over the Marshall Thundering Herd on Saturday, Jan. 25 in Diddle Arena.

WKU sweeps season series against Marshall, picks up 5th straight win in C-USA play

Elliott Wells
January 26, 2020
Junior guard Taveion Hollingsworth (11) pulls up for a contested 3-pointer late in the shot clock during the WKU Hilltoppers' 71-69 comeback win over the Old Dominion Monarchs on Thursday, Jan. 16 in Diddle Arena.

Road Warriors: Hilltoppers silence Thundering Herd, come from behind to hand Marshall 64-60 loss

Elliott Wells
January 23, 2020
Junior guard Taveion Hollingsworth (11) celebrates following a made shot during the WKU Hilltoppers' 71-69 comeback win over the Old Dominion Monarchs on Thursday, Jan. 16 in Diddle Arena.

Taveion Hollingsworth captures 1st C-USA Player of the Week honor

Elliott Wells
January 20, 2020
Junior guard Taveion Hollingsworth (11) pull up to shoot over Charlotte graduate forward Amidou Bamba (15) during the WKU Hilltoppers' 80-63 win over the Charlotte 49ers on Saturday, Jan. 18, 2020 in Diddle Arena.

Taveion Hollingsworth ties career-high with 30 points against Charlotte, WKU ties for 1st in C-USA race

Elliott Wells
January 19, 2020
Junior guard Taveion Hollingsworth (left) celebrates with freshman guard Jordan Rawls (right) following the WKU Hilltoppers' 71-69 comeback win over the Old Dominion Monarchs on Thursday, Jan. 16 in Diddle Arena.

Taveion Hollingsworth lifts WKU past Old Dominion

Elliott Wells
January 17, 2020
Redshirt junior guard Jared Savage (2) shoots a shot during WKU's 71-63 win over Middle Tennessee State on Thursday, Feb 14 at Diddle Arena.

Hilltoppers pick up largest road win at MTSU since 2009, move to 3-1 in C-USA play

Elliott Wells
January 12, 2020
WKU guard Taveion Hollingsworth (11) brings the ball up court during the game against Tennessee Tech on Tuesday, Nov. 5, 2019. Hollingsworth scored his 1,000th point becoming the 50th player to accomplish this goal in program history. The Hilltoppers defeated the Golden Eagles 76-64.

Hilltoppers tripped up in 1st C-USA road test, starting lineup spread thin at Alabama-Birmingham

Elliott Wells
January 10, 2020
Photo courtesy of Steve Roberts/WKU Athletics

Carson Williams earns C-USA Co-Player of the Week designation

Elliott Wells
January 7, 2020
WKU redshirt junior forward Carson Williams (22) dribbles the ball against Austin Peay on in E. A. Diddle Arena on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019.

‘A W is a W’: Hilltoppers defeat Rice, start C-USA play 2-0 for first time since 2017-18 campaign

Elliott Wells
January 5, 2020
WKU guard Josh Anderson (4) drives to the lane after center Charles Bassey (23) sets a screen on Louisville guard Samuell Williamson (10). The Cardinals defeated the Hilltoppers 71-54 in Bridgestone Arena on Sunday, Nov. 17 2019, in Nashville.

WKU scores 61 points in 2nd half, blows past North Texas in C-USA opener

Elliott Wells
January 3, 2020
Western Kentucky’s defensive end DeAngelo Malone tackles Western Michigan quarterback Jon Wassick after Wassick kept the ball on an option play. Western Kentucky defeated Western Michigan in the First Responder Bowl 23-20 at Gerald Ford Stadium in Dallas, Texas

WKU defense ignites Hilltoppers in 4th FBS bowl win

Elliott Wells
December 31, 2019
Photo courtesy of Evan Brown/WKU Athletics

Hilltoppers drop 1st home game, cap non-conference slate with 17-point loss to Belmont

Elliott Wells
December 29, 2019
Chris Reynolds (3) of the Charlotte 49ers had a short celebration after his team scored the first touchdown of the game against Western Kentucky University’s Hilltoppers on Oct. 19, 2019, in Houchens-Smith Stadium, Bowling Green, Ky. The Hilltoppers went on to beat them 30-14.

B.O.W.L. in C-USA: Here’s how WKU’s conference rivals have fared in bowl games this postseason

Elliott Wells
December 27, 2019
WKU forward Carson Williams (22) drives in guarded by Louisville forward Dwayne Sutton (24). The Cardinals defeated the Hilltoppers 71-54 in Bridgestone Arena on Sunday, Nov. 17 2019, in Nashville.

Hilltoppers force overtime at Rhode Island, stumble in extra period

Elliott Wells
December 21, 2019
WKU guard Jordan Rawls (3) shoots the floater over Arkansas guard Jalen Harris (5). The Hilltoppers defeated the Razorbacks 86 - 79 in Diddle Arena on Saturday, December 7, 2019.

Hilltopper bench shines in exhibition win over D-II opponent Kentucky Wesleyan

Elliott Wells
December 18, 2019
WKU guard Taveion Hollingsworth (11) celebrates with guard Josh Anderson (4) after Anderson earned a trip to the free throw line. The Hilltoppers defeated the Razorbacks 86 - 79 in Diddle Arena on Saturday, December 7, 2019.

Hilltoppers to compete in 2020 Cayman Islands Classic

Elliott Wells
December 11, 2019
WKU center Charles Bassey (23) goes down after sustaining a leg injury in the second half. The Hilltoppers defeated the Razorbacks 86 - 79 in Diddle Arena on Saturday, December 7, 2019.

Charles Bassey to undergo season-ending surgery for tibial plateau fracture

Elliott Wells
December 9, 2019
WKU head coach Rick Stansbury communicates with one of his players on the court. The Hilltoppers defeated the Razorbacks 86 - 79 in Diddle Arena on Saturday, December 7, 2019.

Hilltoppers hand Power 5 Arkansas 1st loss of season, Charles Bassey leaves game with injury

Elliott Wells
December 8, 2019
WKU center Charles Bassey (23) rises up for a dunk over Louisville Center Steven Enoch (23). The Cardinals defeated the Hilltoppers 71-54 in Bridgestone Arena on Sunday, Nov. 17 2019, in Nashville.

Hilltoppers blow 10-point lead at Wright State, drop 2nd straight contest

Elliott Wells
December 4, 2019
WKU forward Carson Williams (22) drives in guarded by Louisville forward Dwayne Sutton (24). The Cardinals defeated the Hilltoppers 71-54 in Bridgestone Arena on Sunday, Nov. 17 2019, in Nashville.

Hilltoppers encouraged by most November wins since 2006-07 season

Elliott Wells
December 3, 2019
Photo courtesy of Katie Stratman/WKU Athletics

Charles Bassey earns 1st C-USA Player of the Week nod

Elliott Wells
December 2, 2019
WKU graduate guard Camron Justice (5) battles for a loose basketball with Louisville graduate guard Lamarr "Fresh" Kimble (0). The Cardinals defeated the Hilltoppers 71-54 in Bridgestone Arena on Sunday, Nov. 17, 2019, in Nashville.

Jordan Nwora dominant as Hilltoppers fall to No. 2 Louisville in Nashville

Elliott Wells
November 30, 2019
WKU sophomore center Charles Bassey (23) looks for a pass option during the exhibition basketball game between Kentucky State and WKU in Diddle Arena on November 2, 2019. WKU won 85-45.

Hilltoppers hold on to defeat Fordham, finish 4th in Paradise Jam

Elliott Wells
November 26, 2019
WKU graduate student guard Camron Justice (5) drives inside the lane during the exhibition basketball game between Kentucky State and WKU in Diddle Arena on November 2, 2019. WKU won 85-45.

WKU explodes in 2nd half, outlasts Illinois State in Paradise Jam

Elliott Wells
November 24, 2019
WKU sophomore center Charles Bassey (23) reacts to a call from the referees during the game against Austin Peay on in E. A. Diddle Arena on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019.

Hilltoppers drop 1st loss to Bowling Green in Paradise Jam opening round

Elliott Wells
November 23, 2019
WKU junior guard Josh Anderson (4) goes up for a dunk during the exhibition basketball game between Kentucky State and WKU in Diddle Arena on November 2, 2019. WKU won 85-45.

Jordan Rawls steps up while Hilltoppers wait on Kenny Cooper verdict

Elliott Wells
November 19, 2019
WKU redshirt junior Carson Williams (22) runs back after scoring against Campbellsville during the game in Diddle Arena on Monday, Nov. 18, 2019.

Hilltoppers trounce Campbellsville, start 4-0 for the first time since 2006-07 season

Elliott Wells
November 19, 2019
WKU redshirt junior forward Carson Williams (22) tries to keep control of the ball against Austin Peay on in E. A. Diddle Arena on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019.

Hilltoppers hold off EKU, start 3-0 for the first time since 2007-08 season

Elliott Wells
November 16, 2019
WKU redshirt junior forward Carson Williams (22) dribbles the ball against Austin Peay on in E. A. Diddle Arena on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019.

Offensive explosion guides WKU basketball to 2-0 start

Elliott Wells
November 12, 2019
WKU junior guard Josh Anderson (4) dribbles the ball down the court against Austin Peay on in E. A. Diddle Arena on Saturday, Nov. 9, 2019.

Hilltoppers rout Austin Peay with hot shooting display

Elliott Wells
November 10, 2019
WKU junior guard Taveion Hollingsworth (11) steps back to create space during the basketball game between Tennessee Tech and WKU in Diddle Arena on Nov. 5, 2019. WKU won 76-64.

Taveion Hollingsworth scores 1,000th career point in regular-season opener

Elliott Wells
November 6, 2019
WKU sophomore center Charles Bassey (23) looks for a pass option during the exhibition basketball game between Kentucky State and WKU in Diddle Arena on November 2, 2019. WKU won 85-45.

Great expectations: Charles Bassey named to Naismith Player of the Year award watch list

Elliott Wells
November 4, 2019
WKU’s Jared Savage (2) high fives Jordan Rawls (3) during the exhibition basketball game between Kentucky State and WKU in Diddle Arena on November 2, 2019. WKU won 85-45.

Hilltoppers dominate the paint, defeat D-II opponent Kentucky State in exhibition

Elliott Wells
November 3, 2019
Josh Anderson(4) signs a fan made basketball after playing in scrimmage match on Thursday evening during the Hill Topper Hysteria event which offered appreciation to Hill Topper fans free autographs for all.

Hilltopper Hysteria: Hilltopper newcomers shine at Hysteria

Elliott Wells
October 22, 2019
Josh Anderson(4) signs a fan made basketball after playing in scrimmage match on Thursday evening during the Hill Topper Hysteria event which offered appreciation to Hill Topper fans free autographs for all.

Hilltoppers to be featured on ESPN, CBS Sports, Stadium and more this season

Elliott Wells
October 21, 2019
Charles Bassey (23) embraces head coach Rick Stansbury after defeating 15th-ranked Wisconsin in Diddle Arena Dec. 29 in Bowling Green.

Hilltoppers add extra home game, Bassey named to Center of the Year Award watch list

Elliott Wells
October 18, 2019
WKU freshman center Charles Bassey (23) slams home a dunk over North Texas Zachary Thomas (24) in day two of the C-USA Tournament at the Ford Center at The Star march 14 in Frisco, Texas. Bassey accumulated 9 points, 8 rebounds and 4 blocks in the 67-51 Hilltopper victory. 

Hilltoppers picked to win C-USA, Bassey and Hollingsworth named to all-preseason team

Elliott Wells
October 17, 2019
Christina Bragado (left) Kaylyn Bryant (center) and Lyric Schmidt (right) deliberate during halftime of Sunday's exhibition match against Austin Peay.

WKU soccer tumbles down C-USA leaderboard following tough weekend

Elliott Wells
October 8, 2019
Christina Bragado (17) kicks the ball against Belmont during their season opener at the WKU Soccer Complex on Thursday, Aug. 22, 2019.

WKU soccer drops second straight C-USA matchup

Elliott Wells
October 6, 2019
The WKU soccer team celebrates scoring a goal against Belmont during the season opener at the WKU Soccer Complex on Thursday, Aug. 22, 2019.

WKU soccer nets 600th all-time goal, suffers first C-USA loss

Elliott Wells
October 4, 2019
WKU Lady toppers celebrate after WKU Lady topper forward Ashley Leonard (7) scored a penalty kick to defeat the Louisiana Tech Lady Techsters during the game at the WKU Soccer Complex on Sunday Sept. 29, 2019.

WKU soccer tops 2018 record in fourth straight victory

Elliott Wells
October 1, 2019
WKU redshirt sophomore midfielder Deven Jackson (11) advances the ball away from Louisiana Tech midfielder Stella Li (18) during a game against the Louisiana Tech Lady Techsters at the WKU Soccer Complex on Sunday Sept. 29, 2019.

WKU soccer hands Louisiana Tech first loss in double overtime

Elliott Wells
September 29, 2019
WKU forward Ansley Cate (20) jumps to play the ball during a home game against Southern Miss on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2019. The Lady Toppers won the game in a double-overtime thriller.

WKU soccer looks to extend 3-game win streak following C-USA opener

Elliott Wells
September 24, 2019
WKU forward Ansley Cate (20) jumps to play the ball during a home game against Southern Miss on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2019. The Lady Toppers won the game in a double-overtime thriller.

WKU soccer opens C-USA play with double-overtime win over Southern Miss

Elliott Wells
September 22, 2019
Freshman center Charles Bassey receives a pass while practicing his shooting during the Hilltoppers' first-ever basketball pro day in Diddle Arena Thursday. Bassey came to WKU as a consensus five-star recruit.  

Hilltoppers to host second straight pro day for NBA scouts

Elliott Wells
September 20, 2019
Freshman center Charles Bassey shoots a free throw during WKU's loss to Florida International Thursday in Diddle Arena. Bassey was 1 for 2 from the free-throw line and scored eight points in the loss. 

WKU announces date and time for Hilltopper Hysteria

Elliott Wells
September 19, 2019
WKU redshirt junior Aleksandra Kozovic fights for control of the ball against Alabama A&M Bulldogs during their game at the WKU Soccer Complex on Sunday Sep. 15, 2019. 

WKU soccer wraps up non-conference play with 10-goal outburst

Elliott Wells
September 17, 2019
Freshman Defender, Aleksandra Kozovic (31) dribbles the ball away from Morehead State's Freshman Defender Emily Gunsett (4) during the Lady Toppers' 2-0 win over the Eagles on Sunday, September 11th. 2016 at WKU Soccer Complex.

WKU soccer nets 7 goals against Alabama A&M

Elliott Wells
September 15, 2019
The WKU soccer team celebrates scoring a goal against Belmont during the season opener at the WKU Soccer Complex on Thursday, Aug. 22, 2019.

WKU soccer pitches shutout against first-year program Southern Illinois

Elliott Wells
September 14, 2019
WKU defender Victoria Mayo (3) battles for the ball with Ole Miss forward Gabby Little (16).

‘Close isn’t good enough’: WKU soccer team not satisfied yet

Elliott Wells
September 10, 2019
WKU forward Chandler Backes (5) dribbles the ball upfield against Belmont during the season opener at the WKU Soccer Complex on Thursday, Aug. 22, 2019.

WKU soccer falls in double overtime to Ole Miss

Elliott Wells
September 6, 2019
WKU midfielder Ambere Barnett (15) dribbles the ball upfield agents Belmont during the season opener at the WKU Soccer Complex on Thursday, Aug. 22, 2019.

Resiliency on the road: WKU soccer escapes early road trip above .500

Elliott Wells
September 3, 2019
Christina Bragado (17) kicks the ball against Belmont during their season opener at the WKU Soccer Complex on Thursday, Aug. 22, 2019.

Christina Bragado named C-USA Defensive Player of the Week

Elliott Wells
September 2, 2019
WKU midfielder Ambere Barnett (15) dribbles the ball upfield agents Belmont during the season opener at the WKU Soccer Complex on Thursday, Aug. 22, 2019.

WKU shows tenacity during opening weekend

Elliott Wells
August 27, 2019
Avery Jacobsen (12) throws the ball in during an exhibition against Austin Peay at the WKU Soccer Complex on Aug. 18, 2019. 

Avery Jacobsen named C-USA Defensive Player of the Week

Elliott Wells
August 26, 2019
Ansley Cate (20) brings the ball upfield during a match against Belmont at the WKU Soccer Complex on Thursday, Aug 22, 2019. The WKU soccer team defeated Belmont in its season opener, 5-0.

Freshmen shine as WKU soccer blanks Belmont in opener

Elliott Wells
August 23, 2019
Christina Bragado (left) Kaylyn Bryant (center) and Lyric Schmidt (right) deliberate during halftime of Sunday's exhibition match against Austin Peay.

Lady Toppers set to open regular season against Belmont

Elliott Wells
August 21, 2019
Chandler Backes attempts a penalty kick during a shootout after an exhibition match on Sunday night. The WKU soccer team defeated Austin Peay 3-0.

Chandler Backes leads WKU to victory in final exhibition

Elliott Wells
August 19, 2019
Ambere Barnett

WKU soccer picked 10th in C-USA, Barnett named to all-preseason team

Elliott Wells
August 13, 2019
Chandler Backes, WKU Junior, gets a lead on the ball and moves it accross the field right before WKU gets their second goal of the night. WKU won the game 4-0 against FIU on Friday, October 5.

WKU soccer announces full 2019 schedule

Elliott Wells
June 7, 2019
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